YA 2025

Donations & gifts

Donations to LHDN-approved institutions, organisations and government are deductible, generally capped at 7% of your aggregate income. A receipt or acknowledgement from an approved body is required. This is a deduction, not a fixed-amount relief.

Relief limit
7% of aggregate income
Claimable for
Self

What qualifies

  • Donations to government and LHDN-approved institutions/organisations
  • Approved sports bodies and welfare organisations

Good to know

  • The organisation must be approved by LHDN and issue a receipt.